Visit Widget Weekend

30th Annual Bluegrass First Class

Friday - Sunday, February 14 - 16, various times
Crowne Plaza Hotels and Resorts Asheville

Celebrate 30 years of Bluegrass First Class with a weekend of outstanding live music! Enjoy performances from Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out, The Malpass Brothers, The Grascals, and more. With only 900 seats available, secure your spot for this unforgettable bluegrass experience.

Valentine's Day

Friday, February 14
Multiple Venues

Celebrate love in Asheville with unforgettable experiences, from cozy wine tastings and live music to immersive art walks and outdoor adventures. Whether you seek intimacy or excitement, the city offers the perfect setting for romance this Valentine’s Day. Below are some unique data ideas. Also check out our full list of special dates and dinners. 

• Build-Your-Own Bouquet Bar at The Green Room Plant Shop, 12 - 8 p.m.
• Waning Snow Moon Stargazing at Hickory Nut Gap Farm, 5 - 8 p.m.
• Valentine's Day/Couples Sparring at MPAC 360, 5 - 9 p.m.
• AMOS After Hours: Attraction and Reaction in the Natural World at Asheville Museum of Science, 6 - 9 p.m.
• Valentine's Day at Highland Brewing Company, 6 p.m. - 12 a.m.
• Gawd Save The Queen: A benefit for Suzy Phillips + Crew - V-Day Edition! at Citizen Vinyl, 6 - 10 p.m.

New Belgium Asheville Marathon and Half

Friday, February 15, 7 - 8 a.m.
Pack Square Park

The New Belgium Asheville Marathon & Half returns with a renewed purpose—more than just a race, it’s a testament to Asheville’s resilience. After the devastation of Hurricane Helene, this event is a rallying point for locals and visitors to come together, run through the scars of the storm, and celebrate a community that refuses to stay down. Be part of Asheville’s comeback story—lace up and join us at the starting line.

Restorative Yoga + Hot Stones with Live Violin

Saturday, February 15, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
West Asheville Yoga

Immerse yourself in deep relaxation. This gentle practice soothes the nervous system and quiets the mind, while warm stones melt away stress and tension. Experience ambient violin soundscapes by Asheville-based composer and healing arts practitioner Madelyn Ilana, creating a serene atmosphere for your journey inward.

Afternoon Tea Service featuring Guest Chef Tie Whittaker

Sunday, February 16, 12 - 1 p.m.
Ivory Road

Celebrate Black History Month with a special Afternoon Tea featuring award-winning pastry chef Tie Whittaker of Buttermilk Boutique. Enjoy a selection of sweet and savory treats in a family-style setting, complete with a welcome glass of bubbly and complimentary coffee. Limited Kitchen Counter seats offer a behind-the-scenes view of the Ivory Road kitchen. Gluten-free options available.

Live Music, Comedy, Dance and Theatre

Friday, February 14:

• Jeeves Saves the Day at NC Stage Company, 2 p.m.
• Mark and Mary Jazz Duo at Ginger's Revenge, 6 p.m.
• Comedy: Ryan Brown at Catawba Brewing, 6 p.m.
• Flappers & Felony: A Valentine's Murder Mystery at Peri Social House, 7 p.m.
• David Earl & Jenny Bradley at Bear's Smokehouse, 7 p.m.
• Foreign Film Fridays at Flood Gallery, 7 p.m.
• Asheville Mind Reading Show at Story Parlor, 7:30 p.m.
• Jeeves Saves the Day at NC Stage Company, 7:30 p.m.
• Chatham Rabbits (album release) at Grey Eagle, 8 p.m.
• Saints & Sinners Valentine's Party at Eulogy, 8 p.m.
• Cyndi Lou & the Want To at Eda's Hide-a-Way, 8 p.m.
• Comedy Showcase at Catawba Brewing, 8 p.m.
• Maybe This Time: an Asheville Cabaret at Shakey's, 9 p.m.
• Joe Samba with Dale and the ZDubs at Third Room, 11 p.m.

Saturday, February 15:

• My Jazzy Valentine: feat. Roberta Baum, Dylan Hannan & Jason DeCristofaro at Warren Wilson College, 3 p.m.
• Masterworks 4: Ciao Italia at First Baptist Church of Asheville, 5 p.m.
• Affrilachia at Weaverville Community Center, 6:30 p.m.
• Zoe & Cloyd Annual Valentine's Concert at Black Mountain Center for the Arts, 7 p.m.
• Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge, 7 p.m.
• Jeeves Saves the Day at NC Stage Company, 7:30 p.m.
• Agent Orange at Grey Eagle, 8 p.m.
• Lex at Vintage Kava, 8 p.m.
• The Bo Stevens at Eda's Hide-a-Way, 8 p.m.
• Latin Night! | DJ MTN VIBEZ at Hemingway's Cuba, 8 p.m.
• Mountain Grass Unit at Orange Peel, 11:45 p.m.

Sunday, February 16: 

• Jeeves Saves the Day at NC Stage Company, 2 p.m.
• Jazz Sundays at Ginger's Revenge, 2:30 p.m.
• Comedy for Community supporting Our Voice at Catawba Brewing, 6:30 p.m.
• Solstice: a Winter Circus Experience at Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, 7 p.m.

Tailgate & Specialty Pop-Up Markets

Shop local at the Asheville area's numerous farmers, tailgate, and holiday markets. Here's a look at some of the markets you can visit this weekend:

• Friday Sip & Shop at Grove Arcade, 4 - 6 p.m.
• Honky Tonk Flea at Eda's Hide-a-Way, Sun. 11 a.m . - 5 p.m.
• WNC Farmers Market at 570 Brevard Road, open 7 days a week, year-round, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.  

Visit an art studio or art exhibition 

Noir Collective AVL

Asheville is home to hundreds of artists, galleries and studios making creative expression a way of life here in the mountains. Here is a look at some of the current art exhibitions in the city:

• Hearts for Art at Asheville Art Museum, Fri - Sun. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Pop-Up Art Auction for BeLoved Asheville at Tyger Tyger, Fri, 5 - 8 p.m.
• Exhibition on Screen Series | John Singer Sargent: Fashion and Swagger at Asheville Art Museum, Sun. 2 - 4 p.m.
• "Torn" Gallery Exhibition at Black Mountain Center for the Arts, through Feb. 28
• How We Heal at Asheville Gallery of Art through Feb. 28
• Forces of Nature: Ceramics from the Hayes Collection at Asheville Art Museum, through Mar. 17
• Anti Form: Robert Morris' Earth Projects at Asheville Art Museum, through May 4
• Greetings From Asheville Tourism and Transformation in the Postcard Age at Asheville Art Museum, through May 30

Packages and Deals

Save some money this weekend with these special offers from area attractions and accommodations.

• 20% off Wine Asheville Date Nights Special at Wall Street Market
• 25% Off + $25 Resort Credit at The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
• 25% Off + Free Parking at The Radical